Cancer R banner

Cancer R banner, originally uploaded by Deadly Knitshade.

As my dad has leukemia, I'm looking for positive images to keep me moving along. I really like this one. Here is a link to go with the photo:


The London Lion Scarf by Stitch and Bitch London was created for Cancer Research in 2006.

Ann Marie Stockings

Ann Marie Stockings, originally uploaded by The Erssie Knits Collection.

Photographer's note:

"In association with Lorna's Lace this pattern is free to download and designed by Erssie Major to use with Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock Multi from which 20% of profits from sales will be donated to women's cancer charities

Go here for free pattern download
www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ann-marie-stockings

Model: Jennifer Gwiazdowski
Photography by Stevie Savage/Raid Zero
Knitter & Tech editor: Abi Flynn/Noblin Knits

Braided Tie Booties

Braided Tie Booties, originally uploaded by choppedtomatoes.

Photo note:

"I bought a HUGE cone of teal cotton from Cancer Research Wales a while back, and 3 very time-consuming dishcloths later (with hardly a dent in the cone must I add), I had put it away in the cupboard and didn't want to look at it again! When my sister came to visit she brought along some of her yarn, and I 'inherited' a few balls of dark brown soft cotton... I loved the contrast between the two colours so I decided to knit them both together for these booties.
SIZE

To fit baby of 0-3 months
MATERIALS

1 colour double knitting weight yarn
1 fingering/baby weight yarn in a contrasting colour
1 pair of 3mm needles
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Gauge/Tension
20sts and 30 rows = 10cm square over stockinette (stocking) stitch using 3mm needles
Abbreviations
k = knit
k2tog = knit the next 2 stitches together
m1 = make stitch by picking up yarn before next stitch and knitting into the back of made loop
p = purl
p2tog = purl next 2 stitches together
sl = slip next stitch
yo = yarn around needle

This pattern is available for free on my blog www.chopped-tomatoes.com/braided-tie-booties
You can also view pattern information and what other people have made with this pattern on Ravelry www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/braided-tie-booties

Boa Me Na Me Mmoa Wo African Square for Macmillan Comfort Blanket

Boa Me Na Me Mmoa Wo African Square for Macmillan Comfort Blanket, originally uploaded by The Erssie Knits Collection.

Photo note:

"This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download
download now

In association with The Knitter magazine, the Macmillan foundation are asking knitters to knit up squares 8 inches x 8 inches to be sewn into comfort blankets.

Blankets that are donated to Macmillan will be used to support and raise awareness of the charity’s campaign to freeze out fuel poverty for cancer patients.

This square was specifically designed for this purpose and uses an African theme as inspiration and the symbol in the middle means Boa Me Na Me Mmoa Wo
Translated from Andinkra this symbol meansHelp Me, and Let me Help You
And the literal meaning of this is Strength through Unity, Co-operation and Mutual Benefit.

I entered this square into the design competition for The Knitter, and although it did not win a 1st or 2nd place, it was given its own special Highly Commended award for use of colour technique and vibrant design. The main purpose though, is to be able to share a chart with knitters.
For more information, see: www.macmillan.org.uk/Get_Involved/Worlds_Bigg... "

Eco Friendly Sunset Cable Knit Hat

Eco Friendly Sunset Cable Knit Hat, originally uploaded by lamaworks.

Photo note:

"A wool/soy blend. Colorful and warm for sure!

A portion of each sale is donated to the American Cancer Society"

www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17665178

Kreftluer/Hats for Cancer patients

Kreftluer/Hats for Cancer patients, originally uploaded by f r k s n u p p.

These hats are just great, and so vibrant.

Again, photo note:

"My friend Margot has a project going: luesus.blogspot.com

People knit hats for the cancer patients at SuS, here´s my contribution. Knitted with Kauni, NZ Lammeuld and handspun leftovers."

Kreftluer/Hats for Cancer patients

Kreftluer/Hats for Cancer patients, originally uploaded by f r k s n u p p.

These hats are quite fabulous~

Photo note and link to blog:

"My friend Margot has a project going: luesus.blogspot.com

People knit hats for the cancer patients at SuS, here´s my contribution. Knitted with Kauni, NZ Lammeuld and handspun leftovers."